Euro SpreeAugust 11 - 24, 2014

Holland - France - Germany - Switzerland Austria - Italy - Vatican City

plus optional London extension

Euro SpreeAugust 11 - 24, 2014

London extension ends August 26

Holland - Germany - Austria - Italy Vatican City - Switzerland - France

plus optional London extension

Day-by-Day-Itinerary

DAY 1 - TRAVEL TO AMSTERDAMYour adventure begins as you depart by overnight flight to the “city below sea level” – Amsterdam.Meals: In-flight

DAY 2 - AMSTERDAM The hotel is available for check-in after 2:00 pm. You are in for a real treat in the land of windmills and tulips. Leisure time before making new friends this evening at our orientation and Dutch-Indonesian “Rice Table” welcome dinner and a relaxing ride in the glass-covered boat through Amsterdam’s flower-lined canals.Meals: In-flight, Dinner

DAY 3 - AMSTERDAMLet the good times roll during an optional bike ride through 13th century Dutch fishing villages along the Ijssel Lake beaches. Watch wooden shoes being carved and sample Edam cheese at a cheese farm. During free time in Amsterdam consider touring the Van Gogh or Rijksmuseum with Rembrandt’s “Night Watch,” the Anne Frank house or shop for famous Delftware china.Meals: Breakfast.Optional activity: Dutch country side excursion

DAY 4 - AMSTERDAM – GERMANY’S RHINE VALLEYCross the German border into Cologne, famous for the world’s largest Gothic cathedral that took over 600 years to complete. From Cologne we cruise down the fabled Rhine River past steeply sloped vineyards, medieval castles, and the legendary Lorelei Rock. Tonight, enjoy traditional German fare.Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 5 - RHINE VALLEY - MUNICH This morning, we continue to the Bavarian capital of Munich, host city of the Oktoberfest, where we’ll see the Glockenspiel chimes in the Town Hall Square and the world-renowned Hofbräuhaus.Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6 - MUNICH – INNSBRUCK - AUSTRIAN ALPS We drive along the “Romantic Road” past the Bavarian lake district and the Zugspitze, Germany’s highest mountain, to Innsbruck, sur-rounded by majestic snowcapped mountain peaks. Visit the Golden Roof of Friedrich the Penniless, the Royal palace and the giant Olympic Ski Jump. Enjoy a dinner of Austrian specialties tonight.Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 7 - AUSTRIAN ALPS – VENICEThe snow-covered peaks of the Alps loom above us as we journey over the Brenner Pass. We’ll leave the mountains behind as we enter sunny Italy and arrive in Venice on the Adriatic Sea. Here we’ll walk through narrow streets and alleys lined with old-world shops and watch skilled artisans in a Murano glass-blowing workshop make Venetian glass. A trip along the Grand Canal fills us with the romance, mystery and intrigue of Old Venice. Leisure time may find you on a gondola gliding past moonlit palaces. Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8 - VENICE - ROME“The Highway of the Sun” weaves its way through medieval hillside villages to the Eternal City of Rome. Tonight indulge in a lavish Roman Banquet complete with mouth-watering Italian specialties and wine. Then our illumination drive takes us by this fascinating city’s ancient ruins.Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 9 - ROMEA free day in Rome to view the Colosseum where gladiators fought to death and the Forum Romanum where Caesar was assassinated in 44 B.C. Consider a visit to Vatican City, the world’s smallest state, to visit

St. Peter’s Basilica housing Michelangelo’s magnificent “Pieta.” Stop to throw 3 coins in the Trevi Fountain to ensure your return to Rome.Meals: BreakfastOptional activity: City tour of Rome with local historian

DAY 10 - ROME - FLORENCEWe journey through the Chianti vineyards to the cultural magnificence of Florence, birthplace of Michelangelo. We’ll follow our art historian guide past the Ponte Vecchio bridge, the Gates of Paradise, Giotto’s Belltower and more. After sundown, you can watch the carnival of street performers at the piazza del Duomo. Get ready for an optional dinner of pure Italian delights at a rustic Florentine trattoria tonight. Meals: BreakfastOptional activity: Tuscan feast

DAY 11 - FLORENCE – SWISS ALPSFrom Piazzale Michelangelo, we view the sunlit rooftops of Florence and bid her a fond adieu. Today, experience another dramatic change of scenery as our motor coach continues on our way to the Swiss Alps. Climb high over the St. Gotthard Pass surrounded by snow-dusted peaks and chalet-studded valleys below. On the other side of the pass is the Four Forest Cantons Lake whose shore leads us to the land of William Tell and shops filled with Swiss watches and chocolates.Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 12 - SWISS ALPS – Train to PARISEnjoy some leisure time this morning before boarding our train to Paris, the “City of Romance.” Our route takes us through the Swiss border town of Basel into France where we’ll pass quaint chateaux and Burgundy vineyards. Consider joining our optional can-can Cabaret Show tonight.Meals: BreakfastOptional activity: French cabaret

DAY 13 - PARISAn introduction to Paris’ familiar landmarks takes us past the Opéra, the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysées, the Eiffel Tower, as well as the hunchback “Quasimodo’s” beloved Notre Dame. We’ll also visit a local perfume center. Spend the free afternoon exploring the Paris that appeals to you most: cultural Paris including the Louvre Museum or fashionable Paris with Cardin. Sampling pastries goes with either choice. Enjoy French cuisine at our bistro dinner tonight followed by a cruise on a glass-topped “bateau” gliding down the Seine through the heart of the city. Meals: Breakfast, Farewell dinner

DAY 14 - TRAVEL HOME or continue to LONDON via EUROSTARFor some of us the tour of Europe ends in Paris this morning. Bid farewell to friends and ‘à bientôt’ to France before jetting back home with memories to last a lifetime. For the rest of us: The Eurostar train whisks us to London in under 3 hours. Upon arrival, take advantage of your 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket to explore London town on your own. See Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square. Tonight, consider a West End Show or go hobnob-bing with royalty at a posh night club.Meals: Breakfast

DAY 15 - LONDONEnjoy a day at your leisure and further explore the city of pomp and pageantry with your bus ticket. Visit one of London’s many fabulous museums or take a tour of Shakespeare’s Globe Theater. Last minute shopping at Harrod’s in the fashionable area of Knightsbridge is a must. Tonight’s farewell fish & chips dinner will be at a typical British pub.Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 16 - TRAVEL HOMEYour land tour ends with breakfast this morning. Europe’s scenic vistas melt into the distance as we head for home.Meals: Breakfast, In-flight

14-day land package includes:

• Twelve nights in superior or first class hotels with private bath/shower, double occupancy• Twelve breakfasts• Six specialty dinners• Amsterdam canal cruise• Rhine River cruise• Oktoberfest city of Munich with its Marienplatz and famous Glockenspiel plus visit to a typical German beer hall• Austrian Alpine center stay and scenic drive over the Alps• Private boat to Venice Island• Murano glass-blowing workshop demonstration in Venice• Illumination drive through Rome & Vatican City• Guided walking tour in Florence with local historian• Lucerne’s Wooden Chapel Bridge and Lake Lucerne• Comfort class train from Zurich to Paris• Guided sightseeing tour of Paris. • Seine River cruise• Private professional tour director • Ground transportation by air-conditioned motor coach as per itinerary• All service charges and local taxes• Luggage tag and travel guides

2-day London optional package includes:

• EUROSTAR train Paris to London in economy class• Two nights in superior or first class hotels with private bath/shower, double occupancy• Two breakfasts• Ground transportation as per itinerary• 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket• Fish & Chips farewell dinner

Dear Alumni & Friends:

The Michigan State University Alumni Association invites you on a whirlwind tour of Europe’s most intriguing countries.

Our journey starts with the colorful canals of amazing Amsterdam; medieval castles of Germany’s legendary Rhine Valley bring us to the fun Oktoberfest city of Munich.

After conquering the snow-capped Austrian Alps, we explore romantic Venice and the ancient ruins of Caesar’s Rome. Michelangelo’s magnificent Florence is followed by Swiss cuckoo clocks and chocolate by the lovely Lake Lucerne. Burgundy chateaux and vineyards line the way to dazzling Paris and our final farewell. Opt to continue onto London for a 2-night stay in the city of pomp and pageantry.

You will have:

• The opportunity to travel with other MSU alumni• The benefit of having all of the leg work done for you with the flexibility of independent choices• Personal enrichment: insights into other people, places, and cultures

Education is a lifelong process, and travel is a fantastic way to augment your knowledge.

The details about this wonderful European journey are included in this brochure.

After reviewing the information, we hope you’ll agree -- this exciting adventure is the perfect way to expand your horizons.

Enjoy this super sampling of Europe’s great diversity.

We hope you will join your fellow MSU alumni in 2014!

Go Green,

Regina CrossDirector of Alumni TravelMSU Alumni Association

We strongly suggest purchasing travel insurance. Travel insurance information will be sent to you with your confirmation letter from the MSU Alumni Association.

MSU Alumni Association 535 Chestnut Road, Room 300East Lansing, MI 48824Tel. 888-697-2863Visit our web site:www.alumniworldtravel.com/msu.html

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Land arrangements: I want to book the 14-day land package for $3,115 I prefer my own room as a solo traveler and will pay the single supplement of $895 I will room with ___________________________________________

Reservations to be paid in full 90 days prior to departure. Reservations received after this date are subject to availability and must be accompanied by payment in full. Within 90 days a late booking fee of $50 per person will apply. All prices reflect a cash discount. Payment of balance by credit card will result in a 4% processing fee.

I want to book the optional London extension for an additional $525 - sharing a room with _________________________________ I am a single traveler and will pay $750 for 2-day London post tour package

BASE LAND PRICE$3,115 plus airfare*

Optional 2-day London extension from $525 per person

*Special Alumni Land price per person. Airfare priced separately for greater flexibility.

Approximate round-trip airfare from Detroit, MI: $1,335 (taxes and fees not included.)

Terms and Conditions - EXCLUSIONS: These prices do not include passport and, if applicable, visa fees (Depending on your nationality, you may require visas in addition to a passport to enter certain countries. You must contact appropriate consulates for details on how to obtain on your own.); airport and government taxes; tipping of tour guide and driver (suggested $4-5 per day for tour director, $2-3 per day for driver); beverages with meals unless indi-cated otherwise; laundry; personal insurance; room service; telephone charges; all items of a personal nature; airport transfers when a participant deviates from scheduled flights or travel dates; private transportation; and all items not specifically stated in the itinerary.CANCELLATION POLICY: All cancellations must be received by AESU Alumni World Travel in writing. All cancellations for any reason whatsoever will be subject to a $300 per person cancellation fee. Date of receipt will determine penalties assessed. In addition to $300, cancellation between 60-31 days of departure will result forfeiture of 25% of tour cost; between 30-16 days 40%. Cancellation within 16 days of departure or a “no-show” at the time of departure will result in forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip.AIRFARES are highly restrictive, NON-REFUNDABLE, NON-ENDORSABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE once ticketed. Once reservation is booked and paid for AESU Alumni World Travel reserves the right to issue tickets. Once ticketed, airfare portion is non-refundable. Cancellation of airfare reservations is subject to restrictions, regulations and additional penalties of the airlines used. Reservation changes also subject to penalties. Medical health and accident insurance is compulsory.AIRPORT TRANSFERS & BAGGAGE: All participants using AESU Alumni World Travel flights on regular group departure days and flights receive airport transfers (between airport & tour hotel) overseas. London Gatwick arrivals please call AESU (800.638.7640) for details on transfer. Inter-airport transfers (i.e. between London Gatwick-Heathrow) are at passenger’s expense. Land-Only participants (providing own flight to Europe) do NOT receive airport transfers and must meet group at the first hotel after 1:00 p.m. on program start date. FLIGHT DELAYS – ALL AIRPORTS: In the event that airline schedule changes or delays force you to miss your airport transfer, just make your way to the first hotel listed on your hotel list. Many shuttle services are available as well as taxi or train options. As airline delays are beyond the control of AESU, additional expenses, if incurred, will be borne by the tour participant. (Save receipts for possible reimbursement by airline.) AESU is not responsible if an airline cancels, reschedules, or delays a flight for any reason. If you miss your departure flight, it is your responsibility to work with the airline on which you are ticketed to reach your destination. AESU is not responsible for any additional expenses you may incur prior to joining your trip. AESU is not responsible for and will not provide any refund for portions of trips missed due to canceled, rescheduled, or delayed flights. All programs start in Europe ONE DAY LATER THAN the USA departure dates listed. Participants should limit themselves to one checked bag per person and one carry-on per person. Liability is clearly stated on the passenger contract. RESPONSIBILITY: The responsibility of AESU Alumni World Travel and the Sponsoring Association is limited. They act only in the capacity of agents for the passenger in all matters pertaining to accommodations, sightseeing and transportation whether by railroad, motorboat, motorcar, steamship or plane, and as such they shall not be liable for any personal injury, death, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity which may be occasioned, whether by reason of any defect in any vehicle, or through the acts or default of any company or person engaged in conveying the passenger, or in carrying out the arrangement of the tour. They can accept no responsibility for strike, war, quarantine, weather and any other natural or unnatural causes. Additional expenses, if incurred under any of these circumstances, will be borne by the tour participant. By forwarding the deposit, the passenger certifies that he/she has no physical, mental or other condition or disability that would create a hazard for himself/ herself or other passengers & accepts the terms of this contract. The right is reserved to decline, accept or retain any person as a member of the tour or to cancel or alter the tour as required. If improvements in the itinerary can be made, or unforeseen conditions beyond AESU Alumni World Travel’s control make changes necessary, they reserve the right to alter itineraries without penalty. Trip cancellation insurance should be purchased by the individual traveler in the event cancellation of the tour is compelled by circumstances beyond our control. In the event of cancellation due to insufficient number of participants, AESU Alumni World Travel’s liability shall be limited to a FULL REFUND of all payments received from applicants, except non-refundable airfare and insurance. Baggage and personal injury are at owner’s risk entirely. The issuance or acceptance of vouchers or tickets shall be considered consent of the above conditions. AESU Alumni World Travel reserves the right to increase the program price in the event of cost increases due to changes in airfares, currency fluctuations or fuel surcharges. The airlines concerned and their affiliates and agents are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board the aircrafts. The passenger ticket in use by said airlines, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the airlines and the purchaser of these tickets and/or the passenger. All services are subject to the laws of the country in which these services are rendered. No refund or allowance will be made for absence during the tour, or for activities missed, even if for causes beyond the control of the participant. For complete terms & conditions, please refer to our web site at www.alumniworldtravel.com. Association’s Disclaimer: The Association is not the Tour Operator. The Association is not responsible for changes of flight times, fare changes, dishonor of airline, hotel or car rental reservations, delays, losses, injuries, inconveniences, cessation of operations, airline or tour operator bankruptcies, acts of God, or any other event beyond our control. The Association acts only as agent for the participants with respect to travel services, and it shall not be responsible for changes of flight times, fare changes, dishonor of airline, hotel or other reservations, injury, damage, loss of baggage, accidents or for the acts or defaults of any person or entity engaged in conveying participants or in carrying out other arrangements of the tour. Further, the Association shall not be responsible for losses or additional expenses of the participant due to sickness, weather, strike, civil unrest, acts of terrorism, quarantine, acts of God, governmen-tal intervention or other causes beyond its control. The Association shall not be responsible for alteration in the itinerary as deemed necessary for carrying out the tour and the right is reserved to substitute hotels of similar quality. The right is further reserved to cancel any tour prior to departure; in which case the entire payment may be refunded without further obligation on its part. The right is also reserved to decline to accept or to retain any person as a member of the tour should such person’s health, actions or general deportment impede the operation of the tour or the rights or welfare of the other participants. No refund will be made for the unused portion of any tour. Applicants for participation on this tour accept in full all of the conditions set forth above.

We strongly suggest purchasing travel insurance. Travel insurance information will be sent to you with your confirmation letter from the MSU Alumni Association. Michigan State University Alumni Association

Membership Statement - Travelers, whether alumni or friends, must be current MSUAA members to participate in Association travel offerings. For more information on membership rates, call the MSU Alumni Association at (877) 678-2586. You may also join on-line at www.alumni.msu.edu. Tour reservations will be confirmed upon verification of Alumni Association membership. Membership dues are non-refundable.

Send to: AESU Alumni World Travel 3922 Hickory Avenue Baltimore, MD 21211phone: 410-366-5494 or 800-638-7640fax: 410-366-6999email: alumni@aesu.comwebsite: http:// www.alumniworldtravel.com/msu.html

MSU Alumni Association - August 11 - 24, 2014London return August 26

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Land arrangements: I want to book the 14-day land package for $2,865 I prefer my own room as a solo traveler and will pay the single supplement of $895 I will room with ___________________________________________